We are just days away from the National AfterSchool Association 2022 Convention! The important details below will help you get ready to make the most of your time at #NAA22.

BEFOREHAND

WHAT TO WEAR 
Plan for business casual clothing, dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes.

Speaking of what to wear, the first public event is a Rally for Afterschool at the General Session on March 20 at 5:30 pm. Participants wear statement clothing (like slogan t-shirts) and bring rally signs (or make them on-site) showing support of afterschool. During the Rally, participants sit in designated areas with other members of their states. 

PREPARE FOR BASIC NEEDS
Plan to bring a water bottle and small snacks to stay hydrated and nourished. We’ll have water stations and provide several opportunities for food, but you don’t want to miss anything because you’re stuck in line somewhere!

HEALTH AND WELLNESS
With the ongoing concerns about the COVID-19 virus, please familiarize yourself with our policy by reviewing it here.   Even though mask mandates have been lifted, please bring masks and be prepared to wear them if things change. As a reminder, participants, speakers, and exhibitors must attest to being fully vaccinated according to the CDC definition. 

This means attesting to having received the primary COVID-19 vaccine series that consists of: 
●    A 2-dose series of an mRNA COVID-10 vaccine (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna), or 
●    A single-dose COVID-19 vaccine (Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine)

Please note booster doses are recommended, but NOT required.  

All participants, speakers and exhibitors must be prepared to show documented proof of the fully-vaccinated status attested to during registration.  Acceptable documentation includes a hard copy or digital version of your vaccine card.  All should carry proof of their fully vaccinated status each day while participating in the Convention. 

Most importantly, if you are not feeling well, please stay home.

NAA22 - MOBILE APP
The app is the official schedule and communication tool for the event. Please note: There is not a printed program book. Everything typically found in a program book (and more) is in the app.
1.    Search for the Aventri Events app in the Apple or Android store. 
2.    Download app and enter the access code you were provided in an email on March 10, 2022
3.    Enter the unique access credentials you were emailed to you on March 10, 2022 from Convention@naaweb.org. Your credentials will also be included on the back of your NAA22 badge.
4.    Familiarize yourself with the various modules shown by icons on the home page.
5.    Click on the "My Profile" icon to add your contact info, upload your headshot, and update your notification settings.
○    To update you contact info and headshot click on “Personal Info” 
6.    Familiarize yourself with the various modules shown by icons on the home page.
7.    Review sessions and special events, favorite your plans, and create your personal agenda right from the app!
○    Click on "Schedule" to find session info and add sessions to My Agenda where you can save favorites.
○    Find colleagues by clicking on "Participants."
○    Click on "Exhibitors" to learn more about who's in the Learning Expo.
○    Use the "Notes" module to keep track of insights and inspiration during the event.
○    See what your colleagues have to say by clicking on "Event Feed."
○    Click on "Chat" to connect with colleagues and friends.

EVENT LOCATION AND HOTEL
Caesars Palace Las Vegas
3570 Las Vegas Boulevard South 
Las Vegas, NV 89109
P. (866)-227-5936

Check-in time is 4:00 pm
Check-out time is 11:00 am

All hotel guests are required to provide a form of payment at the Caesars Palace  front desk upon check-in.

DURING

NAME BADGES
Stop by registration to pick up your name badge. Wear your name badge at all times for all NAA22 activities. Badges are required for session and Learning Expo admittance.

NAA22 CONVENTION REGISTRATION AND HELP DESK
Located in Office #4 on  the Promenade Level.  Registration  is separated alphabetically by last name. The hours are below:  
●    Sunday, March 20 - 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm 
●    Monday, March 21 - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 
●    Tuesday, March 22 - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 
●    Wednesday, March 23 - 8:00am - 12:00pm

**IMPORTANT:  If you have a balance due, go to the “ON-SITE” registration desk with either a check or credit card.  Payment is required to receive your name badge or participate in any Convention events.

BLING OUT YOUR BADGE 
While you’re at registration, pick up a badge ribbon or two to tell people more about you.  First time participants are VIPs (Very Important Participants). If that’s you, add a VIP ribbon! Stop by the NAA Networking Hub in the Learning Expo for lanyard buttons that show your support for afterschool and afterschool professionals.
 
GET SOCIAL
Share highlights, pictures and connect with others on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and in the NAA22 Convention App feed—include hashtag #NAA22. 

Thank you for joining us at the NAA Convention––where afterschool professionals and leaders gather to get inspired, connected, learn and share!

National AfterSchool Association
convention@naaweb.org